DUI laws assume to light-to-moderate drinking isn't always necessarily intoxicating enough to inhibit a motorist—which is why we have blood alcohol content (BAC) limits and not a zero tolerance policy. A newly released study, however, is challenging that assumption. Researches from the University...
Much of the nation's eyes are on both Washington and Colorado right now to see whether or not their marijuana legalization "experiments" are successful enough to try in other states. It's now been roughly one year since Initiative 502 made marijuana legally available in Washington and many are an...
Will future cars be able to detect potential drunk drivers before they even turn on the ignition? According to regulators, the technology to make that possible is already in development. Last month, the Department of Transportation announced two new, in-cabin technology systems it believes could ...
In a startling new study totaling state-by-state DUI arrests, Washington State has been ranked 9th highest in the entire country. Seattle in particular totaled nearly 3,000 DUI arrests in 2013 alone. As Fusion reports, the numbers were compiled by Project Know, a resource center dedicated to sub...
The Washington Courts System has released a new warning that an email scam claiming to be from "the court of Washington" has been making its way into Washington resident inboxes. According to authorities, the email says it contains a court document, but, upon opening, releases a damaging virus on...
Will DUIs soon be a thing of the past? According to officials from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration last week, they could be. As reported by the Washington Post, the NHTSA has announced new technology they believe could be standard in new model cars in as little as five years. ...
Two and a half years ago, Washington State legalized marijuana and dramatically changed the criminal justice landscape. With that change, however, has come unforeseen consequences. As King5 recently reported, there has been a dramatic rise in marijuana toxicity in pets. The station spoke with D...
House Bill 1276 is currently being considered in the Washington State Legislature amidst some controversy. The bill, sponsored by State Rep. Roger Goodman, is aimed at making numerous changes to how the state handles DUI offenders—including letting some repeat defendants drivers forgo an interloc...
You enter your sex, height, weight and the number of drinks you have consumed and the app calculates your breath alcohol level (BAC). Honesty is the key here. The feature that estimates blood alcohol levels has users enter their height and weight, and the details about what kind and how many dri...
WA DUI Emphasis patrols will be in force this Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Thanksgiving is the time to travel and celebrate with families, and apparently, it is the start of the busiest drinking and driving time of the year. According to some, more than 700 people are injured or killed each day ...
In 2008, Eric Rachner was arrested for obstruction of justice by the Seattle Police Department (SPD). Rachner and a group of his colleagues were involved in a pub crawl while playing “urban golf,” a drinking game that involves swatting giant sponge golf balls from one bar to the next. Rachner an...
When you are arrested for a DUI it certainly effects you and that reality comes true when the officer slaps the handcuffs on your wrists. However, your arrest also affects others. Imagine having a friend or family member in the car with you when you are arrested. They must then find a way home wh...
As more and more of us are buying Smartphones, and we may also use a Portable Breath Test (PBT) device; what if we could combine the two devices so we would know when we are safe to drive after consuming alcohol? Some new devices are small enough to fit in your pocket or purse, and cost as littl...
WSP Aircraft Hunting For DWI Drivers In a recent turn of events, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) is now looking for impaired drivers from aircraft. In an article from the Everett Herald we have learned that the airplane's crew can be called in to spot and follow or locate drunk or aggressive dr...
Marijuana DUI Laws In WA State After much anticipation, it is now legal to consume recreational marijuana purchased from state endorsed stores in Washington State. With the arrival of recreational marijuana comes the reminder, that if you get high, and then drive, you can get a DUI. Unlike an alc...
Sobriety Check Points are UNCONSTITUTIONAL in Washington State, but the government is trying to sneak in checkpoints and couching them as “voluntary.” Here is how the end run to our State Constitution will work: Survey teams, sponsored by the Government (National Highway Traffic Safety Administra...
Federal Government Bans Pot On Military Bases In Washington State It is not news that Washington State has become one of the most progressive States in legalizing Marijuana. I have previously blogged about interesting issues that have come up with Washington State's Marijuana policy and driving u...
Underage Drinking Has Serious Consequences In Washington State High School Graduation is a time for celebration. June is approaching where a large number of 18 year olds will be leaving High School and entering the” “real” world where they will need to make adult decisions. For as long as there ...
One of the most often asked questions I get as a DUI Defense Attorney is, “My arrest was on video, right?” The answer usually is “no”. Most law enforcement agencies, surprisingly, don't have video recording equipment in their patrol cars. Why? Expense is an often cited reason. It costs money to ...
The New DUI Marijuana Law Washington State residents have a lot to learn about the new DUI Marijuana law and Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana. One group, Medical-Marijuana patients, in Washington State fear with the passage of Initiative 502 (DUI provision with a set THC legal limit of 5 ...
Washington State has been experiencing many drastic new changes in DUI laws and DUI penalties. In Washington State, we have some of the toughest Ignition Interlock Device (IID) requirements in the nation. We also have mandatory jail time and fines if convicted of a DUI and everyone convicted of ...
A Marijuana DUI is Complicated: Learn How it Differs from an Alcohol DUI With the advent of legal marijuana for adults in the State of Washington, I have often been asked: “Are you seeing a rise in Pot DUIs?” The answer is “NO”. While I have many times throughout my legal career defended drivers...
Don't let your luck run out today! Washington State Patrol (WSP) in Snohomish and King Counties are increasing their presence for St. Patrick's Day. The WSP claims that St. Patrick's Day brings an increase in DUI arrests. They will be concentrating on I-5 corridor looking for post St. Patrick's D...
Make sure your rights are protected and that you get treated fairly by hiring a qualified attorney with experience handling DUI cases in Washington State. I help DUI defendants protect their rights and ensure fair treatment. The legal system is tricky, but with my guidance, you will understand the full implications of your situation and identify the steps you will need to take next.